On January 23, 2025, the International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan announced the filing of arrest warrants for Taliban leaders, including Supreme Leader Haibatullah Akhundzada, for committing crimes against humanity. The warrants are prompted by the Taliban's severe discrimination against women and girls and the persecution of the LGBTQ+ community. Khan stated the Taliban's actions represent an unprecedented and ongoing crisis, contradicting earlier claims of milder rule. He indicated that further warrants would be pursued, emphasizing the totality of Taliban crimes, including murder and torture, marking a grave breach of human rights.
Prosecutor Karim Khan emphasized that Afghan women, girls, and the LGBTQ+ community endure pervasive persecution under Taliban rule, constituting crimes against humanity.
Khan highlighted the Taliban's return to power led to severe restrictions on women, reversing pledges for a milder governance model.
The United Nations has categorized the treatment of women and girls by the Taliban as "gender apartheid," marking a significant violation of human rights.
Khan warned that further warrant requests will target other Taliban officials for various crimes against humanity, detailing a range of brutal repressive measures.
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